The Lebanon Blue Devils will square off against the Cookeville Cavaliers at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The two teams are out to turn their luck around after having lost tight contests in their previous games.
Lebanon is headed into Tuesday's match looking for a big change in momentum after dropping their third straight game on Monday. They were two runs away from ending the streak, but they lost a 9-7 heartbreaker at the hands of Beech. For those keeping track at home, that's the closest loss the Blue Devils have suffered since April 5, 2024.
Kyndall Robinson stepped up to lead a balanced group of hitters: she scored a run while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Keeli Davis, who scored a run while going 2-for-3.
Meanwhile, Cookeville didn't have quite enough to beat Rhea County on Monday and fell 11-9.
Kadie Presley was cooking despite her team's loss, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. She has been hot recently, having posted at least one stolen base the last three times she's played. The team also got some help courtesy of Gabbi Romero, who scored two runs while going 2-for-4.
Lebanon now has a losing record of 12-13. As for Cookeville, they have been struggling recently as they've lost six of their last eight games. That's put a noticeable dent in their 5-11 record this season.
Tuesday's contest will be a test for both teams' pitchers. Lebanon hasn't had any issues making contact this season, having earned a batting average of .326. However, it's not like Cookeville struggles in that department as they've averaged .327. With both teams so capable at the plate, fans should be ready for an impressive hitting performance.
Lebanon came up short against Cookeville in their previous matchup back in March, falling 11-8. Will the Blue Devils have more luck at home instead of on the road? Check MaxPreps after the action for a full breakdown of the game and more softball content.
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